Choosing The Right Bass Fishing Lures For Your Next Trip

July 28th, 2008 Posted in Bass Fishing Lures

In the world of bass fishing, the amateur and competitive nature of this sport has attracted a rather large following that has only continued to gain popularity over the years. In order to become a success, using fishing lures and bait is a must. The time of day or night you are fishing, the location, and depth and type of water are all things to be taken into account when deciding which bass fishing lures and bait to use. To familiarize yourself with the most frequently used and effective lures and bait take a look at the suggestions below.

Bass Fishing Jigs

Many will say that jigs - heavy, lead-headed baits with a single hook are the most useful of baits to consider - especially when fishing in waters that are somewhat murky or clear. Jigs catch the attention of inactive fish as well as drawing the fish of deeper waters. Whilst using this kind of lure remember that jigs are meant to create presentation so success is all about making them appear to be alive. The ideal temperature of the water for this type of bass fishing lure is less than 60 degrees which makes them perfect for night fishing trips.

Rubber Worms

Gone is the bother of dealing with real worms when you choose to use rubber ones which work equally as well. An added weight in the make-up of your lure allows a slow descent to the bottom of your fishing location. Bass will bite at your rubber worm - if you're lucky. Otherwise, just reel it back in and try again.

Spinner Baits

The unusual shape of spinner baits are constructed with an over-sized metal attachment that spins. These lures draw bass with their motion rather than by resembling their natural prey. You can use spinner baits throughout the year and they are particularly useful during the spawning season when the fish are less interested in feeding.

Catch Them Out With Crank Baits

Crank lures work by imitating the motion of an injured fish and are used as top water lures or as sinkers. The added cranking noise attracts bass with its sound. A slow approach is necessary in order to successfully imitate an injured fish.

Top Water Poppers

Poppers are similar to crank lures, but are best used as a top water bait. They make a popping noise as they move across water and are best used in the summer, when slow reeling is the way to go.

 

Tube Baits

When fishing in clear water or surrounded by inactive fish, tube jigs works wonders to specifically target bass. This drop bait is best accommodated on a spinning reel on between six and six and a half foot of medium-light or medium action rod but the depth of water should be no more than ten feet when using this particular kind of bait.

Grubs

Grubs can be especially useful for smallmouth fishing, as they are geared towards larger catches. Grubs are bare jig heads with a soft body made of plastic which is added to a hook. When a highland reservoir lacks ample cover, this lure is rather effective. Clear and deep waters are the greatest locations to use grubs, where white, yellow, salt and pepper, and smoke selections work best.

Vibrating Lures

Plastic or metal is used to create the vibrating lures that generate a tremor when retrieved out of the water. With a sound (much like a rattle), the baits sink to the bottom and do not get lost in particularly deep waters. An Assortment of spinner baits is available in this category, including tail spinners, which are weighty, compact baits of metal that use a small spinner as a focus for the bass. Use vibrating lures when fishing about stumps, close to river currents, on deep channel drop-offs, and over waterlogged grass beds.